Australia vs West Indies, 1st T20I: Match Prediction - Who will win today’s match between AUS vs WI?

Preview

Australia (AUS) and the West Indies (WI) are all set to continue their ongoing multi-format by facing off in the first of three T20Is on Friday, February 9 at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart. The Aussies will come into the clash after sweeping the Windies in a three-game ODI series, and they will hope that the same will be the case in the upcoming game as well.

On the other hand, after their miraculous win in the Gabba in the second Test of the multi-format series, the West Indies have been unable to win any clashes, and they will hope that things can turn around for them in the shortest format.

Match Details

Pitch Report

The surface at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart is one that is preferred by the batters. Therefore, a high-scoring encounter could be quite the possibility on such a surface and with little to no help to the bowlers, the batters will be expected to dominate. Opting to bat first and post a big total on the board could prove to be a wise decision.

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Probable Playing XIs:

Australia:

David Warner, Mitchell Marsh (C), Josh Inglis (Wk), Aaron Hardie, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Jason Behrendorff, Josh Hazlewood, Spencer Johnson, Adam Zampa

West Indies

Johnson Charles, Brandon King, Shai Hope (Vc), Kyle Mayers, Nicholas Pooran (Wk), Rovman Powell (C), Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Romario Shepherd, Alzarri Joseph

Probable best batter of the match

The West Indies’ Nicholas Pooran could be the best batter in the first T20I against Australia. The star wicketkeeper batter has been in sensational form in the shortest format, and with 325 runs in his last 10 matches, Pooran’s form could be crucial for the visitors.

Probable best bowler of the match

Australian pacer Jason Behrendorff could be the best bowler in the second T20I against the West Indies. With eight wickets in his last five matches, Behrendorff could prove to be a crucial player for the Men in Yellow in the upcoming game.

Today’s Match Prediction: Australia to win the match

Scenario 1

Australia win the toss and bat

Powerplay score - 55-65

First innings score- 170-180

Australia win the match

Scenario 2

West Indies win the toss and bat

Powerplay score – 50-70

First innings score - 150-160

Australia win the match

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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.